Spicy Tamari Ramen Noodles

Noodles, noodles – how I love thee. Well, really any form of pasta. Well, really any form of shaped wheat flour. Actually – carbs. I love carbs. Oh, how I love thee!!

That being said, I feel like I get on food “kicks” where I’m constantly craving a certain food or cuisine, that usually last about a week or so. One time it was veggie burritos from Chipotle. Another time, nothing but vegan chickpea salads would do. And more recently, I went on a serious ramen kick. There’s just something about hot broth and noodles that I will always love, in virtually any iteration. But when I was developing this recipe, I was craving more of a stir-fried situation, and thus these spicy tamari ramen noodles were born.

And I do want to add something before I go – like I mentioned on Instagram, I’ll be having less time to work on recipes because of a need that has arisen in my family. There were a ton of Thanksgiving and Christmas recipes that I wanted to bring to you, but I don’t know if they’ll all be in the cards for this year. While I am a little bummed that I won’t be able to share these recipes with you, I feel proud to know that I am helping out my family. But still, I just wanted to mention it, in case you were wondering why I’m posting a ramen recipe when Thanksgiving is right around the corner ;)

Again, thank you SO MUCH for continuing to support me and this blog. I couldn’t even describe how deeply grateful I am for all of you. And I promise one day I’ll make it up to you by putting out a TON of awesome recipes…. maybe in a cookbook? ;)

Spicy Tamari Ramen Noodles

These spicy tamari ramen noodles are a grown-up twist on the classic college snack. Coming together in 30 minutes, they're the perfect delicious weeknight lunch or dinner.

Prep Time15minutes

Cook Time15minutes

Total Time30minutes

Servings2

Ingredients

Spicy Tamari Ramen Noodles

3PacksRamen Noodlesflavor packets discarded

Oil For Cooking

1Shallotfinely diced

1/2InchKnob Gingergrated or minced

3ClovesGarlicfinely minced

1/4CupTamari

1TbsSriracha

SqueezeFresh Lime Juice

Black Pepperto taste

Possible Accoutrements

Sprouts or Cilantro

Lime Slices

Instructions

Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Add in the ramen noodles and cook until al dente, 3-4 minutes. When done, drain water from noodles and set aside.

Bring a glug of oil (any neutral vegetable oil will do) to medium heat in a large sauté pan. Add in the shallot and cook until slightly softened. Then, add in the garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, about a minute. (Watch to make sure garlic doesn't brown.)

Add in the cooked noodles and toss with the aromatics. Then, add in tamari, sriracha, and a squeeze of lime juice. Toss the noodles until they're evenly covered, and sauté for a few minutes more.

When done, remove noodles from heat and serve in bowls. Add in whatever toppings you like.